1953 Map of Stuart Island

About this map

Stuart Island and the neighboring archipelago sit at the international boundary between British Columbia and Washington in the early 1950s. The settlement of Prevost serves as a focal point near Prevost Harbor, while the interior of the island is defined by the elevation of Tiptop Hill and the protected lands of Stuart Island State Park. Maritime navigation is critical in these waters, marked by a Lighthouse and Light at Turn Point and Hay Point, guiding vessels through the deep channels of Haro Strait. The map captures a transition point for these islands, where traditional landmarks like a Cem on Johns Island and a Ferry route coexist with newer infrastructure like the Airstrip on Spieden Island. Detailed hydrographic data, including Danger Shoal and Center Reef, illustrates the complex seafloor that shaped the development of these isolated communities.